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Beginner Mahjong Lessons at Castelli & Pizarro


  • Castelli & Pizzarro Wine Bar Coffee Shop 8220 Merge Avenue San Diego, California, 92129 United States (map)

Two-Day Beginner American Mahjong

Join us for a two-day beginner Mahjong class at Castelli & Pizarro Wine Bar & Coffee Shop!

Tuesday, August 25 • 10:00 AM–12:30 PM
Thursday, August 27 • 10:00 AM–12:30 PM

This is one class meeting over two days, and attendance on both days is required.

Learn American Mahjong in a relaxed, welcoming wine bar and coffee shop setting. This class is designed to give you a strong foundation in the game while giving you plenty of hands-on time at the table.

We'll cover:

  • Mahjong tiles, racks and basic terminology

  • How to read and use the NMJL card

  • Building and recognizing hands

  • The Charleston

  • Picking, discarding and calling tiles

  • Jokers and exposures

  • Table etiquette

  • Winning a hand and the basics of scoring

  • Plenty of hands-on practice throughout the class

What's Included

  • Five hours of instruction and hands-on practice

  • Mahjong tiles, racks and playing materials provided for use during class

  • Detailed beginner reference handout

  • Use of the NMJL card during class

  • Access to free Guided Play sessions after completing the class

☕🍷 Coffee, wine and snacks will be available for purchase at the venue.

Mahjong cards will be available for purchase while supplies last.

📍 Castelli & Pizarro Wine Bar & Coffee Shop
8220 Merge Ave
San Diego, CA 92129

Only 8 spots available.

No previous Mahjong experience is necessary.

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